Cleaning Assistant - Strathblane Primary School (Mobile work) - 101362 - 444453

Stirling Council; Glasgow; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Glasgow is seeking a Cleaning Assistant for Strathblane Primary School. This role involves providing a professional cleaning service for 15 hours weekly during term-time. Ideal candidates will possess cleaning skills and be part of the PVG Scheme. The position offers benefits like flexible working arrangements and annual leave.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus public holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Membership of Local Government Pension Scheme

Health & Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG).
• Demonstrated skills related to cleaning and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out professional cleaning duties, including lifting and operating machinery.
• Maintain basic IT knowledge and complete necessary training.

Skills

Cleaning skills

Ability to lift heavy items

Knowledge of IT applications

Tools

Electric buffing machines

Scrubber dryers

Vacuum cleaners

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity within Stirling Council for a Cleaning Assistant at Strathblane Primary School, Stirling, with coverage at other locations within a reasonable distance from the school.

The post will involve providing 15 hours per week professional cleaning service on a 39 weeks per year term-time basis between 3.15pm - 6.15pm Monday - Friday, paid at Stirling Council Grade 1.

Responsibilities

• Carry out professional cleaning duties, including lifting heavy items and cleaning surfaces to head height; operate cleaning machinery including electric buffing machines, scrubber dryers and vacuum cleaners; work effectively and safely when required to work alone.
• Use personal protective equipment, tools and training provided.
• Maintain basic working knowledge of IT and undertake training to utilise Stirling Council online training and human resources IT applications.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) for Children and Adults. If your application is progressed after the interview, you will be asked to complete the form and have your details verified.
• Ability to demonstrate the right skills for the job; to apply, please note that the council encourages applications from the right candidates regardless of age (restrictions apply to Modern Apprenticeships), disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race.

Benefits

• 30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays (rising to 35 after 5 years continuous service)
• Flexible working including hybrid office/work from home arrangements. Our colleagues are encouraged to work flexibly; if you need flexibility to complete your role, let us know and we will help you balance your career with other aspects of your life.
• Biennial incremental progression until top of your payscale is reached
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. For further details visit
• Up to 6 months full sick pay and 6 months half pay dependent on length of service
• Carers Leave
• Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave
• Access to Health & Wellbeing support
• Ongoing opportunities for Learning & Development
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Lift share Scheme
• Car Lease Scheme
• Technology Benefit Scheme

We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race. We are committed to the protection of vulnerable groups and expect applicants to meet PVG requirements as part of the recruitment process.